Dinner Party

Baked Apple Soufflés with Chocolate and Kirsch Sauce

Granny Smith would be the best apple to use here because of the skin’s resistance but you could also use Braeburn. Put a little oil under the apple to make sure it doesn’t get attached to the tray. (more)

Baked Cod Dauphinois

Using turbot would create a more prestigious result, but it is more expensive and a little bit more technique is required, though it would be worth it, especially for a dinner party. (more)

Bamboo-steamed Monkfish Osso-Bucco Style

Make sure the monkfish pieces are not too large otherwise you will lose tenderness in the fish. And, whatever you do, use top quality ingredients and be sure to remove the thick skin. You will need a steamer and a large freezer or sandwich bag for... (more)

Caramelised Pear and Cranberry Tarte Tatin

This recipe can be made using many different foods – from plums, apples, pineapples and strawberries to tomatoes and onions – as long as you make sure the puff pastry is wrapped tightly round and touching the caramel. You will need 12cm tart tins... (more)

Eaton Mess My Way

Oven-roasted Lamb Cutlets Glazed with Roquefort

This is one of my signature dishes and has pleased many people for the last 15 years. It also allowed me to discover and work alongside two of the most amazing young British chefs – Chris Wheeler and Richard Guest. Instead of Roquefort, you can use... (more)

Peach Crumble

Petit Coffee Chocolate Choux

Prawn and Salmon Soufflé with Roquefort

This recipe can be made with scallops, chicken, lobster, sole, and so on, in place of the prawns and salmon. Just make sure the eggs are at room temperature and are very fresh. (more)

Warm Prune Clafoutis

Whole Baked Oranges with Crème Brûlée

You could keep the two halves to attach together, so the finished result looks like the original. Make sure you take them out of the oven when they are still a bit wobbly. (more)